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Syria secretly transported two tons of cash worth a quarter of a billion dollars to Moscow - FT
The number of deserters in the Armed Forces of Ukraine in 10 months exceeded the figures of two years-FT
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DPRK hands over new artillery to Russia - South Korean MP
Trump will soon choose a special envoy to lead negotiations to end the war in Ukraine - media
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Syria secretly transported two tons of cash worth a quarter of a billion dollars to Moscow - FT
In 2018-2019, the Assad regime made 21 flights with cash to Moscow's Vnukovo airport. The funds were intended for deposits in sanctioned Russian banks and payment for services of the Russian Federation.
The number of deserters in the Armed Forces of Ukraine in 10 months exceeded the figures of two years-FT
In the first 10 months of 2024, 60,000 desertion cases were opened, which is twice as many as in the previous two years. The main reasons are the lack of rotation and exhaustion of military personnel on the front line.
russia recruits hundreds of Yemeni Houthis for war against Ukraine - Financial Times
russia recruited hundreds of Yemeni Houthis, promising them jobs and citizenship. Upon arrival, they were forcibly conscripted into the army and sent to fight against Ukraine.
DPRK hands over new artillery to Russia - South Korean MP
North Korea has supplied Russia with 170-mm self-propelled guns and 240-mm multiple launch rocket systems. About 11,000 North Korean troops have arrived in the Kursk region and are already taking part in the fighting.
Trump will soon choose a special envoy to lead negotiations to end the war in Ukraine - media
Fox News reports on Trump's plans to appoint a high-ranking special envoy for peace talks on Ukraine. The position will be unpaid, as it was during the time of Kurt Volker in 2017-2019.
US cannot confirm that the North Korean military in Russia is "gorging on pornography"
The Pentagon has commented on reports of North Korean military personnel watching pornography in Russia. A representative of the US Department of Defense said that they are concerned about more serious aspects of military cooperation between the DPRK and Russia.
Trump to spend election night with Elon Musk - NYT
Elon Musk plans to join Donald Trump at a private event in Mar-a-Lago to observe the election results. Earlier, Musk donated about $75 million to support Trump's election campaign.
Zelenskyy answers whether partners demand that Ukraine refrain from striking certain targets in russia
The head of the OP said that the partners do not demand that Ukraine strike at russian facilities. He also denied information about direct talks with Russia on energy infrastructure.
Yermak denied information about “negotiations” with Russia to stop strikes on energy facilities: what is really happening
The head of the OP denied the FT's information about Ukraine's negotiations with Russia on energy infrastructure. He explained that only individual agreements through intermediary countries are possible, as was the case with the grain deal.
“Gross violation of the UN Charter": the EU confirms the presence of DPRK troops in Russia
The European Intelligence Center detected thousands of North Korean troops on the territory of the Russian Federation. The EU called it a hostile act and warned of appropriate response measures.
North Korean instructors spotted at training ground near occupied Mariupol - Andriushchenko
At the training ground between Mariupol and Sartana, 10-15 instructors from North Korea were found. They are training the Russian military to work with North Korean artillery and ammunition.
Zelenskyy: Russia earns 10 to 12 billion a month on the shadow fleet
Russia earns $10-12 billion a month from the shadow fleet, Zelensky said. The capacity of Russia's shadow oil fleet increased by 70% over the year, despite Western sanctions.
The Kremlin comments on information about negotiations to stop strikes on energy facilities
Peskov denied information about talks between Moscow and Kyiv to stop strikes on energy facilities. The Financial Times and the Washington Post have previously reported on attempts at dialogue mediated by Qatar.
Trump plans to “rethink” Minsk agreements to end war in Ukraine - FT
The Financial Times reveals Trump's plans to resolve the war in Ukraine if he wins the election. The plan calls for the creation of demilitarized zones and the refusal to join NATO.
Putin is betting that North Korean troops will retake Kurdistan - FT
Hundreds of North Korean soldiers are training in Russia's Far East for possible deployment to Ukraine. A contingent of 12,000 troops could be sent to help Russia retake the Kursk region.
Turkey blocks exports of military goods to russia after US warning
Turkey has banned the export of US military equipment to Russia. The restrictions apply to more than 40 categories of goods important for Russia's military operations in Ukraine.
Zelensky: ending strikes on energy sector could end the hot phase of the war
The Ukrainian president said that ending attacks on energy facilities could open the way for negotiations. Zelenskyy also emphasized the importance of security guarantees, including NATO, in conversations with Western partners.
The US is ready to allocate $20 billion to Ukraine as part of the G7 loan
The US may provide Ukraine with up to $20 billion from the proceeds of frozen Russian assets. The G7 countries are negotiating the structure of a $50 billion loan agreed in June 2024.
Ukraine is open to peace proposals from other countries if they are real - Zelenskyy
President Zelenskyy said Ukraine was ready to consider real peace proposals from other countries. He called on Western officials to openly discuss the idea of exchanging territory for NATO membership.
Zelenskyy: The outcome of next month's US presidential election will be decisive for Ukraine's future
President Zelenskyy said the outcome of the US election would be critical for Ukraine. He outlined three possible scenarios, depending on the winner of the presidential race.
Zelenskyy on partners' reaction to Victory Plan: similar to previous discussions on providing Ukraine with Patriot or F-16
The President of Ukraine compared the discussion of the Victory Plan to discussions about the delivery of Patriots and F-16s. Zelenskyy emphasized the need to implement the plan and the importance of partner support.
Zelenskyy believes that Ukraine's invitation to NATO will force Putin to the negotiating table
Ukraine's president believes that an invitation to join the Alliance will strengthen diplomatic ways to end the war. Zelenskyy noted that this would boost the morale of Ukrainians and isolate Putin.
Musk donates about $75 million to Trump's campaign - Financial Times
Elon Musk has allocated almost $75 million to support Donald Trump's election campaign. The world's richest man is trying to influence the outcome of next month's US presidential election.
FT: Israel faces shortage of interceptor missiles for air defense
Israel has faced a serious shortage of interceptor missiles for its air defense systems after the Iranian attacks. Production is working around the clock, but the United States cannot continue to supply Ukraine and Israel at the same pace.
Russia has increased the capacity of its shadow oil fleet by about 70% in a year despite Western sanctions - FT
The volume of Russian oil transported by the shadow fleet increased from 2. 4 to 4.1 million barrels per day. 70% of Russian marine oil is transported by poorly maintained and insufficiently insured tankers.
Estonia is interested in purchasing Ukrainian-made weapons
Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur has expressed interest in purchasing Ukrainian defense products. Estonia is considering purchasing long-range missiles if Ukraine agrees to export them.
Biden calls Netanyahu for the first time in two months: calls for diplomacy with Lebanon and protection of civilians
US President Joe Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu for the first time in two months. He called for a diplomatic solution to the conflict in Lebanon and minimizing civilian casualties.
WP: Ukraine may be offered “concrete steps” for NATO membership at Ramstein meeting
At the next Ramstein meeting, Ukraine may receive proposals for NATO integration. Western diplomats are considering options for concrete support for Ukraine on its path to membership in the Alliance.
We should have provided Ukraine with more weapons much earlier: Stoltenberg admits his regrets
Former NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg admitted that Ukraine should have been provided with more weapons before the Russian invasion. He believes that earlier and more extensive support could have prevented the invasion or made it more difficult.
Ukraine can be admitted to NATO without de-occupation of territories - Stoltenberg
The former NATO secretary general suggested that Ukraine could join the Alliance without complete de-occupation. He cited the examples of Japan and West Germany, where security guarantees did not cover all territories.